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Jar with Abstract Human Face Painted on Shoulder

A work made of ceramic and pigment.
CC0 Public Domain Designation

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  • A work made of ceramic and pigment.

Date:

650–150 BCE

Artist:

Paracas
Ica Valley, south coast, Peru

About this artwork

Status

Currently Off View

Department

Arts of the Americas

Culture

Paracas

Title

Jar with Abstract Human Face Painted on Shoulder

Place

Peru (Object made in)

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650 BCE–150 BCE

Medium

Ceramic and pigment

Dimensions

H.: 21.3 cm (8 3/8 in.)

Credit Line

Gift of Buckingham Fund and James W. Ellsworth

Reference Number

1961.918

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